Supervisor - Fabrication | 2nd Shift
About The Position
The Fabrication Supervisor leads the day-to-day operations of the fabrication shop, ensuring a safe, productive, and quality-driven work environment. The role directly supervises fabrication employees and coordinates production schedules, labor resources, equipment utilization, and quality standards to meet customer delivery commitments. Working with the Branch Operations Manager, Customer Service, Warehouse, and other departments, the supervisor drives operational performance through employee development, continuous improvement, safety leadership, and efficient execution of fabrication operations. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring an understanding of manufacturing processes, shop-floor operations, and production scheduling. The supervisor oversees production activities and staffing, coaches and trains employees, supports hiring and performance processes, and promotes compliance with safety and quality standards. The role also monitors equipment and production metrics, participates in continuous-improvement initiatives, and coordinates with other branch functions to fulfill customer commitments.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of supervisory or lead experience in a fabrication, manufacturing, metal processing, or industrial production environment.
- Strong understanding of fabrication processes, production scheduling, quality control, and shop operations.
- Experience leading production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to coach employees, improve performance, and build effective teams.
- Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and manufacturing best practices.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production-related software systems.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing and fabrication environment and stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, or move materials up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to safely operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling equipment; training is provided if necessary.
- Ability to wear required PPE and work around moving equipment, machinery, and fabrication processes.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in industrial pipe fabrication, steel fabrication, welding operations, or industrial distribution.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
- Welding certification or ability to obtain certification.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily fabrication shop operations to meet production schedules, customer requirements, and quality expectations.
- Assign work, set priorities, and balance labor resources to maximize productivity and equipment utilization.
- Monitor production output, labor efficiency, and throughput; identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime and improve workflow.
- Assist with production planning and provide hands-on support during increased workloads or staffing shortages.
- Lead, coach, train, and develop fabrication employees in safe work practices, fabrication processes, equipment operation, SOPs, and company policies.
- Monitor employee performance and provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities.
- Assist the Branch Operations Manager with hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and staffing recommendations.
- Coordinate overtime and staffing levels according to production demands.
- Promote safety and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and shop procedures.
- Conduct safety observations, promptly address unsafe conditions, maintain housekeeping standards, investigate incidents, and participate in corrective action planning.
- Ensure fabricated products meet company quality standards and customer specifications; monitor processes and perform routine quality inspections.
- Assist with root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for quality issues; support regional and corporate quality initiatives.
- Monitor equipment performance and coordinate preventive maintenance; perform basic setup and troubleshooting and coordinate repairs with maintenance as needed.
- Ensure equipment, tooling, and consumables are maintained and available, and report issues that could affect production or safety.
- Track and report production metrics, including productivity, efficiency, labor utilization, quality, and on-time delivery.
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous-improvement initiatives and recommend improvements to safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.
- Coordinate daily with Customer Service, Warehouse, and Branch leadership to meet customer commitments.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support branch operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
